A client is admitted to the hospital for control of diabetes mellitus. When does the LPN understand the nursing process begins?
A) When the client enters the healthcare system
B) Prior to the client being discharged
C) After the RN initiates the plan of care
D) When the physician writes the first order for care
A
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The nursing process begins when a client enters the healthcare system. The other three options are incorrect.
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